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“I Kind of Like it”: Tom Thibodeau Shows Love to MSG Turning Orange For Knicks’ NBA In-Season Tournament Showdown

Published 11/24/2023, 7:26 PM EST

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In an unexpected twist, New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau stands apart with a perspective that fans may not share with him. As unexpected teams garner attention, the In-Season Tournament seems to be a cause for celebration for Adam Silver and the league. However, despite the fervent battles and heart-pounding matches almost every day, there are certain aspects that fans would want changed; one of them being the courts.

Earlier, all 30 teams in the NBA released custom court designs specifically crafted for In-Season Tournament games. As a result, the fans were thrilled by the sight and couldn’t wait to witness the action. However, as more and more games have gone down, the reviews on the court designs have as well.

Tom Thibodeau is all for the colorful NBA courts

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With a demeanor that showcased a coach-like eagerness to hit the court swiftly, Tom Thibodeau shared a few words to express his appreciation for the new colorway of the Knicks’ court. While talking to the media, the head coach remarked, “I kind of like it.” However, he then swiftly shifted focus to the game, urging his players to not get lost in the glam and to get “ready to play.”

Up next for the Knicks will be a showdown with the undefeated Miami Heat in their upcoming tournament matchup, followed by a clash with the Charlotte Hornets, who have only won one out of three.

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For the Knicks, securing victories in their next two games is imperative if they aim to advance to the next round. However, mere wins won’t cut it; additional factors, like the performances of teams currently outranking them, will play a crucial role in determining their chances.

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As the Heat aim to prolong their winning streak, concerns around the availability of one of their star players, Bam Adebayo, have been circulating throughout the recent days. Bam had been listed on the Heat’s injury report and had missed their game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Furthermore, questions loom over Duncan Robinson as well; due to a right thumb sprain. Adding to the challenges is a season-ending blow of Dru Smith; a knee injury.

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However, with mere hours remaining until the matchup, there’s good news as Adebayo has been given the green light to play. However, Robinson is on a day-to-day and will not participate. Till now, Adebayo is averaging a double-double of nearly 23 points and 10 rebounds. Furthermore, he is also logging 4.1 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.1 blocks per contest; at 53.7% from the field.

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Saahil Dhillan

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Saahil Dhillan is an NBA Writer at Essentially Sports. He has been writing articles and blogs for 5 years now, including those for a sports brand that manufactures knee braces, for a Red Bull athlete in 2019 and for a documentary of an Ultra Running Coach in 2021. There’s plenty Saahil can write about why he likes basketball, having followed the NBA for more than 10 years, but he is most keen on picking out various offense/defense strategies, on/off-court decisions, roster changes in crunch time and other underrated key elements that leave an impact on the scoreboard.
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